[AKaeTrue]

I have just discovered that my dogs have been going potty under the deck. The stench of urine is unreal. I thought the smell was the indoor/out door carpet, so we pulled it up only to discover the secret potty. I've rinsed with water, but the smell is still there. How can I sanitize it, make the smell go away, what do I use? Any advise would be great. After the carpet was pulled up, now flys are entering the deck - I know they must be harvesting down there. What can I do?

[Fr_Chuck]

You may try putting a little lime over it, but in general time will heal all wounds and dog odors.

[AKaeTrue]

Thank you. The lime is a wonderful idea. Thanks...

[binx44]

If you know you can give it time to dry before the dogs go out on it try javex and water mix. Or vinniger and water. I found that worked for me

[Melinda]

If all else fails, in an emergency, use lemonade or orange juice

[AKaeTrue]

Hello again,
I've applied the lime to my yard and under the deck. I have an exterminator coming to spray for flies (black house flies) that have been obviously breeding under there. At Lowe's, I was told that the lime would kill the insects and only cause the chemicals used to kill them to be ineffective. I asked the bug guy before making the appointment and he said lime would not affect his treatment. Does anyone know if this is true?
Thanks

[binx44]

I've never heard of it affecting it.. and if the man who came o do it said that it wouldn't I don't think it would...